Bike Ride
Menard County Trails & Greenways Bike Ride
Petersburg PetersburgMCTG is partnering with the Springfield Bike Club to hold our first organized bike ride on June 13. There will be 3 routes departing from Petersburg ranging from 5 miles to 25 miles. Following the ride we'll reconvene for a social gathering. Please save the date and check back for registration details.
Lincoln Highway Bike Ride
Menard County Court House 102 S 7th St, Petersburg, IL, United StatesRide your bike where Abe Lincoln rode his horse! Meet at the Menard County Courthouse in Petersburg for a 29-mile ride on the Lincoln Highway and rural roads with stops at four historic sites. After a short rest stop at the Trading Post in Oakford we’ll head back to Petersburg for refreshments at Hand of Fate Brewing Co. This is a joint venture with the Springfield Bicycle Club. Here's a cool Trails & Greenways blog about the route: https://menardcountytrailsandgreenways.org/cat.../bicycling/. The average speed will be around 12-14 mph, but the group will determine the pace. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36193811
Concord Cemetery Family Ride (EZ Ride)
Menard County Court House 102 S 7th St, Petersburg, IL, United StatesThis casual 9-mile ride to Concord Cemetery will end with refreshments at Hand of Fate Brewing Co. This is a joint venture with the Springfield Bicycle Club. The average speed will be around 9-10 mph, but the group will determine the pace. Riders of all ages and abilities are welcome! Don't forget your helmets and water. Tail lights are strongly encouraged. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36193876